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Atopic Eczema

Atopic eczema is otherwise known as atopic dermatitis. It is a common form of eczema that causes the skin to become itchy, dry, and cracked. It occurs commonly in small children. The main symptom is the appearance of a rash on the affected region. It is managed by applying moisturizing cream to the affected area. Applying anti-itch ointment can help to treat eczema.

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Why has my 5-year-old been having eczema since she was 3 months old?

Query: Hello doctor,My 5 years old girl has been having eczema since she was 3 months old. She was scratchy all the time (at least every 3 to 4 hours). Even though we have applied moisturizers such as Aveeno, it was not helping her. When doctors prescribed topical steroids, we used it and she felt better. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sunil Kumar Kothiwala

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have put your query with nice description but I think you have uploaded wrong images. So, if possible share correct images. From your description, it seems atopic eczema. It is endogenous eczema which may have several aggravating factors. Predisposition may come ...  Read Full »

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